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This 1935 DKW F5 700 is a 2-seat Front Luxus Sport roadster produced by DKW while part of Auto Union and powered by a 2-stroke 692cc twin driving the front wheels through a 3-speed manual transaxle. The seller has driven the car approximately 4k miles since acquiring it 14 years ago from the estate of South African collector Apie Venter, who reportedly had owned it since 1964. The body is said to have been repainted in the past, while maintenance under current ownership included new ignition parts, coolant, transmission fluid, and tires. This F5 is offered with an appraisal from 2010 and a clean Massachusetts title in the seller’s name.

Aluminum body and steel fenders are said to have been repainted in their original colors. Trafficators are present as shown below, but have been disconnected in favor of add-on front turn signals. The front bumper has been removed to aid in the turn signals’ visibility, and peeling chrome is noted on the rears of the headlamps.

Painted 17″ wire wheels wear polished DKW caps and Excelsior tires that are said to be several years old. Additional photos below show the condition of the removable top and side curtains, which are said to have been reupholstered on original-style frames.

The 3-spoke steering wheel fronts a steel dashboard trimmed in vinyl and fitted with a VDO speedometer, Motometer amp gauge, and clock. The seats have been reupholstered in black vinyl according to the seller. Just over 64k miles are shown on the 5-digit odometer.

The 2-stroke 692cc twin is reportedly a replacement from a similar 1935 DKW, and was originally rated at 20 horsepower. The seller points out the absence of a traditional water pump, fuel pump, or distributor. New spark plug wires, points, condensors, and a coil have been installed under the seller’s ownership, and the spark plugs were changed two months ago. The radiator is said to bleed coolant at warmer temperatures, and the seller reports the car starts and runs reliably.

Shifting is through a 3-speed manual transmission, and the car is equipped with mechanical brakes at all four corners. The transmission fluid was changed within the last couple of weeks and at the same time a chassis lubrication was performed. The car comes with several sets of points, condensers and spark plugs for use by the new owner. Additional undercarriage photos are available in the gallery.

The video above provides a walk-around, while a start-up can be seen below.